Review: 'All Her Fault' Anchors Peacock’s Domestic Mystery
Michael Peña stars in this eight-part thriller about the disappearance of a 5-year-old boy from a wealthy Chicago neighborhood.
Plot and Themes
Marissa Irvine (Sarah Snook), a desperate mother, emphasizes, “We’d do anything for our kids. Anything.” She is willing to make any sacrifice to keep her son Milo safe, highlighting the extent of maternal devotion.
For the sake of her son, missing 5-year-old Milo (Duke McCloud), there is no sacrifice she would refuse, no desperate measure she would reject, if that’s what it took to keep him safe.
Despite her love, daily parenting challenges—the patience after multiple tantrums, missed bedtimes due to work, and harsh realities—test her limits, exposing vulnerabilities in this intricate mystery.
Critical Perspective
The series, while not surpassing Big Little Lies in domestic thriller excellence, remains engaging with clever plot twists and insightful commentary on maternal guilt, paternal arrogance, and the fine line between protection and control.
Initially, the true story of Milo’s disappearance almost seems secondary to the emotional and relational dynamics among the characters.
Author's Summary
A compelling domestic thriller exploring parental love, guilt, and control amidst the mysterious disappearance of a child in a wealthy Chicago neighborhood, with sharp revelations and emotional depth.